Didn't see you write this kind of words under Takahashi's three-fall LP at Japan Nationals. That says all.

Why should I have? Dai didn't get 300 and he lost to two other competitiors in FS, thanks to his mistakes. I said I was very disappointed.

Originally Posted by skatinginbc

One that deliberately tried to give a good humble image would have avoided saying "I'm the only one". The reporter would mention the fact anyway. Bringing it up himself could add little value and would run the risk of being perceived as arrogant.

Now I'm waiting for him to get 10s in all PCS categories at 4CC and/or Worlds!

Is it official that he will attend the 4CC? That might not be a good idea, I think. He beat Dai psychologically with his great performances at the last year's National. I think this year's performances could achieve the same effect on his competitors. He could gain little but lose a lot at 4CC. Don't go, Patrick.

Originally Posted by let`s talk

Thanks.

Thank me for what? I don't get it. I don't think he is arrogant at all. Anyone who receives an unprecedented big score of course would jump up and down. So why fake it?

What it all boils down to is that he is a 21 yr old who is happy with the skate he put out and with his scores. My take on it after seeing both programs is that he deserved every point!!!!! Those with sour grapes to spread around can go eat them.

He is the only one in 300 club. He might be the first one ever enter into 300 club on international stage in the near future. That's the fact. I think it is not inappropriate at all to say this himself.

Using fund-raising money to gamble? That didn't even enter into my mind. I'm sure and 100% trust that he didn't. So drop this line, will you?! Where does this come from?! Hmmm, oh, I know. One of the Chinese humble characters is "Harder on oneself but easy on others". But I think in this case, it's really unnecessary. He deserved to own a little pride and show it.

Originally Posted by skatinginbc

Is it official that he will attend the 4CC? That might not be a good idea, I think. He beat Dai psychologically with his great performances at the last year's National. I think this year's performances could achieve the same effect on his competitors. He could gain little but lose a lot at 4CC. Don't go, Patrick.

True but it's hard to believe that 4CC is going to be at his rink, but he's strategically considering not to attend. I think he will. It's good to have another opportunity to test his skate and try to skate clean, or get the falls out (if he needs )before the worlds.

One that deliberately tried to give a good humble image would have avoided saying "I'm the only one". The reporter would mention the fact anyway. Bringing it up himself could add little value and would run the risk of being perceived as arrogant. And we can surely advise him of not talking about gambling, which provokes sinful connotations and a picture of using the raised funds for gambling. "Having a good time in Vegas" is all he needed to say.

What he said was fact. And not easy to enter the 300 club. So I don't see any problem for him to be so excited about entering the 300 club, that's a great achievement. I think only the haters will project whatever he said in the negative ways. They hate him because he beats out their fave skaters.

What I tried to portray is his tendency of saying things out of his emotions at the moment, and such habit may hurt him at times if ones choose to interpret them in a negative way. However, that's the way he talks, and after getting used to it, one may find it simple--no secret agenda, no mask, no thought-out philosophy, just simple, candid expression of his emotion at that moment.

However, that's the way he talks, and after getting used to it, one may find it simple--no secret agenda, no mask, no thought-out philosophy, just simple, candid expression of his emotion at that moment.

I will rather see the real feeling of what's in his mind, than the usual fake answers (so that not to offend anybody). Haters gonna hate, no matter what.

I will rather see the real feeling of what's in his mind, than the usual fake answers (so that not to offend anybody).

I agree. But it is an acquired taste, I mean you have to know the person for a while and realize that it is the way he talks. Since we are used to masks and put-on faces, a genuine face can be shocking at first sight, easily mistaken as something else.

I see skatinginbc is getting what Patrick is about, total honesty with stream of consciousness out of his mouth with no intention of stopping it. I've said that before about him, so there is no need to second guess or interpret anything further than what is said. However, much of what is reported is often a response to questions instead of something he brings up himself. This is one of the ways journalists manipulate an image, intentionally or unintentionally. Context, tone, expressions and gestures are lost. It's said over 90% of communication is non verbal so written words by third party don't fully or accurately convey the message. Patrick is such an open happy guy that I don't see anybody with real encounter with him have any trouble understanding him. In fact, he's so open that his rivals can learn so much from what he reveals. He is sincere about raising the standard of the sport and keeps no secrets of how he does it.

What I tried to portray is his tendency of saying things out of his emotions at the moment, and such habit may hurt him at times if ones choose to interpret them in a negative way. However, that's the way he talks, and after getting used to it, one may find it simple--no secret agenda, no mask, no thought-out philosophy, just simple, candid expression of his emotion at that moment.

SF, that's one of the things I admire most about him and I think that's such a great quality in any athlete; his willingness to share and broaden the sport and keep it on the map. I love when people are candid and in the moment, hate scripted stuff, sounds so artificial and gives you not even a hint of personality, so his take is refreshing.
Saw the interview of our new Jr. ladies champ and I felt bad for her, she sounded like a broken record about 'getting the job done' or something like that. At 13, I expect excitement and exuberance, although I realize not everyone is going to or should act the same, I just want some character, it's what endears us to the athletes and makes us root for them. Duhamel's reaction to winning pairs was so great to watch and even though I'm not a huge fan of theirs, it brought tears to my eyes.

I remember last year at National, he got...285 (?, don't remember), and I think his jokingly with a gesture at the kiss/cry area, like he wants 300, his coach was like...crazy...and guess what, he achieved that in just one year.

BTW, what's the reason Patrick wants to go to 4CC? Get more mileage for the long program?

BTW, what's the reason Patrick wants to go to 4CC? Get more mileage for the long program?

He doesn't even need to go to compete at 4CC. It will be where he's training. No extra time, expenses and energy drain will be involved. It would be like another practice run for him, a dressed rehearsal for Worlds and an exercise to keep nimble. After all Worlds is almost two months away.

So, I'm beyond impressed and my hat is off to him and may he celebrate with abandon. I am struck, though, that there are a few noticeable jump related points here and there. I can only explain my feeling in terms of another skater: I thought Yuna kim's olympic LP was so amazing, just amazing, yet, I fixated (for a few seconds) on her lack of toe point and leg turn out. It's like, when someone is just so utterly amazing you see "stuff" that in others you wouldn't even notice.

That said, I really appreciate IP's words above (about command of skate language and this program unlocking something in him)....beautiful and apt words. I can't wait to finish what I'm working on now to go back and rewatch this a lot!

thank you so much for the Chan link! Living in the states and trying to follow my beloved Canadian Nationaols is so frustrating with everything being geo blocked ! Can anybody help me find videos of Reynolds and Ten's LP's? thanks!